Luke Wake

“IPEC’s members currently face some of the highest utility rates in the nation, and they should be free to pursue responsible energy projects that could make electricity more affordable and reduce their reliance on expensive diesel generation,”

Luke Wake · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20

Wake added that IPEC members face high utility rates and should be able to pursue cheaper energy projects.

“The Roadless Rule has restricted IPEC’s ability to pursue promising hydroelectric and geothermal projects that could reduce its dependence on high-cost diesel fuel for electricity,”

Luke Wake · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-20

Wake said the Roadless Rule has restricted IPEC's ability to pursue hydroelectric and geothermal projects.